Princess Cruises: This ONE Change Has Cruisers Furious

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Adrian discusses recent changes to the Princess Plus and Premier onboard packages offered by Princess Cruises. He notes that while these bundled packages traditionally provided significant value by including items like Wi-Fi, gratuities, and drinks, recent modifications have led to passenger frustration. The creator highlights several specific issues, including the removal of canned soft drinks from the package inclusions and the reported discontinuation of double pours by bartenders. He explains that while fountain sodas remain included, canned options now require a purchase or a discount. The video also addresses inconsistencies in how these rules are applied across the fleet, noting that some bartenders may still include canned sodas in the package cost. Adrian suggests that these changes, combined with a lack of clear communication from the cruise line, have created confusion among travelers. He concludes by questioning whether these packages still represent good value and emphasizes the importance of clear corporate messaging to maintain passenger trust and prevent the spread of misinformation on social media.
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Princess Cruises just made a major change to what’s included in their Princess Plus and Premier packages — and it’s left a lot of cruisers scratching their heads.
Overnight they were no longer able to order canned soft drink or soda as an inclusion in their package.
Cruise Critic is also buzzing with reports that bartenders are no longer offering double pours, which as far as all of the changes go, probably makes the least sense.
Personally, I've always enjoyed my cruises with Princess for the most part. They really have become one of our top choices when it comes to a regular cruise holiday.
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